I don’t listen to new stuff all that much and I certainly don’t share this info with just any-ol’-body but here’s what’s on my playlist these days.
“Look For The Silver Lining” by Chet Baker. I have been listening to this tragic crooner since the 6th grade. Never gets old.
“Hungry Heart” and “Prove It All Night” (Bruce Springsteen) What can I say? He is the boss.
“Tumbling Dice” by Rolling Stones. Beatles teach you about puppy love. Stones teach you how to be a man already.
Nas/Jay-Z on “Black Republican”. perfect for winter days in NYC.
Ronnie Foster’s “Mystic Brew”. love listening where rap samples come from.
“One Step Ahead” by Aretha Franklin. Another awesome song that is often sampled.
“Black Rat” by Big Mama Thorton. Pound for pound the best female blues singer.
“Los Angeles I’m Yours” by The Decemberists is haunting. Awesome. Reminds me of a girl.
“Jackson” by Johnny Cash. It’s where my family is from. Reminds me of home. Kickass duet between Johnny and June.
“Beautiful Nightmare” by Beyonce. Don’t try to define me, dude! Seriously, who doesn’t love the single ladies?
